Medical Writer jobs in Toronto, ON

About Q Medical:

Q Medical is a provider of independent medical assessment services dealing with motor vehicle accidents in Ontario. With medical expertise across every specialty and discipline, a roster of leading physicians, and a thorough understanding of case law, we strive to redefine what it means to be a truly independent provider. We do so with an unwavering commitment to objectivity and fairness. We have been exponentially expanding our team and have more reach in the community than ever before. Our approach is to build empathy and treat our clients like a member of our own family in their path to recovery.

At Q Medical we strive to cultivate a productive atmosphere for our team to be able to reach their highest potential. With a modern office environment and a cohesive team, we make an effort to provide all the necessary support for our patients and staff to succeed. We believe in employee satisfaction as a key to success at Q Medical which ultimately leads to the satisfaction of our patients. We take great pride in the hope and happiness we bring to our client’s homes and communities, and we are looking for Highly motivated candidates who will be able to reciprocate our values to our clients.

Position Summary:

The Medical Proofreader (Quality Assurance Specialist) position is responsible for the timely review of complex medical assessment reports. This position requires reviewing and revising reports to address spelling and grammatical errors, identifying inconsistencies and omissions as well as formatting the final report in accordance with company editing and formatting procedures and ensuring the final report is in compliance with Q Medical quality standards. The successful candidate will be responsible for reviewing complex medical and legal assessment reports and must be able to communicate professionally with all external stakeholders including the medical professionals. This position will report to the Director of Operations.
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Main Responsibilities:

• Reviewing Psychological Assessment, Psychiatric Assessment, and Neuropsychological Assessment Reports etc.; and/or
• Reviewing Orthopedic Assessment, Neurological Assessments, Chronic Pain Assessment Reports etc.; and
• Knowledge of the Statutory Accident Benefits Schedule and Medical Legal field
• Review medical assessment reports for wording, spelling, grammar, and punctuation;
• Fact check information/details within the assessment reports to ensure the information is accurate and consistent and following up with the regulated healthcare professional if any inconsistencies exist
• Edit errors and omissions using track changes;
• Communicate regularly with regulated healthcare professions regarding proposed edits, corrections, modifications, or changes are required in a professional manner as needed;
• Ensure that reports have consistently and thoroughly answered all referral source questions and all client instructions and specifications have been followed
• Format reports and create Word and PDF versions that include a Document Lists; and
• Other responsibilities as required.

Education and Experience:

• Experience reviewing medical reports and professional working experience within a medical/legal/insurance field is an asset
• Working knowledge of SABS an asset and/or Prior MVA industry experience work with Assessment Reports is an asset
• University Degree in a related field (Health Sciences, Psychology, etc.)

Knowledge and Skill Requirements:

• Medical terminology and clinical knowledge
• Experience reviewing and editing medical reports
• Knowledge of the Statutory Accident Benefit Schedule (SABS)
• Strong knowledge and application on MS Word, Excel, Google Sheets, etc.
• Healthcare professional designation an asset
• Strong communication skills verbally and written and in a professional manner
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, problem solving and reasoning skills to analyze and interpret information;
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain professional relationships with colleagues, external partners and providers;
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Extensive experience using Microsoft Office, specifically Word;
• Meticulous attention to detail;
• Multi-tasking, time management, planning and organizing; and
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $45,000.00-$55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Are you comfortable with the salary posted?

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree (preferred)

Experience:

• Medical terminology: 3 years (preferred)
• Statutory Accident Benefit Schedule (SABS): 3 years (preferred)
• Medical Proofreading Assessment Reports: 3 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person